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Supervisory Firefighter (Basic Life Support) - Deputy Fire Chief

Hot Springs, South Dakota, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$75K/yr - $97K/yr

1+ years exp

The VA Black Hills Health Care System is seeking a Supervisory Firefighter (Deputy Fire Chief) to provide fire prevention, protection, suppression, and safety for medical center patients, employees, and visitors. The role involves overseeing emergency medical services and acting with authority in the absence of the Fire Chief.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Coordinates and maintains command and control of emergency responses across both sites

Plans and directs emergency operations and response strategies

Oversees daily fire safety and prevention practices

Conducts recurring proficiency drills, including quarterly ward drills, station drills, and interim measure drills

Assists the Fire Chief in developing, implementing, and enforcing departmental policies and standard operating procedures

Develops and recommends organizational policy, planning, and procedural initiatives

Assists in coordinating and supervising the EMS Program

Evaluates employee performance, approves step increases, and recommends awards or disciplinary actions as appropriate

Develops and manages monthly work schedules, ensuring equitable assignment of duties and coverage across all shifts

Arranges for the replacement of damaged or depleted firefighting equipment and medical supplies

Uses government purchase methods to procure supplies and equipment, ensuring compliance with VA and federal procurement policies

Prepares and maintains reports on fire protection, prevention, suppression activities, and fire safety inspections (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annually)

Qualification

Firefighter II CertificationEmergency Medical TechnicianHazardous Materials Incident CommanderFire Officer II CertificationOperations Level Responder CertificationDriver/Operator Pumper CertificationFire Inspector II CertificationHuman Resources ManagementFire ManagementPatient CareLeadership

Required

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Subject to background/security investigation

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

Possess and maintains a valid state-issued motor vehicle operator's Driver's License

VA Firefighters are subject to periodic (e.g., annual) medical examinations following appointment to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position

Required to successfully pass annual physical examinations

Training, education, and professional development programs in accordance with applicable NFPA standards will be provided as needed to support the minimum qualifications and certifications expected of VA fire department personnel

Obtain FAC-COR level 1 within one year of appointment

Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement

Selective Placement Factor: A Selective Placement Factor (SPF) has been identified for this position for each grade level. Applicants who do not meet the SPF are ineligible for further consideration

Certification as Firefighter II in accordance with NFPA 1001

Certification as Operations Level Responders in accordance with Chapter 5, Core Competencies of, in NFPA 472

Certification as driver/operator pumper in accordance with NFPA 1002

Certification as Fire Officer II in accordance with NFPA 1021

Certification as Fire Inspector II in accordance with NFPA 1031 or equivalent Fire Inspector in accordance with NFPA 1030

Certification as National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT)

Certification as Hazardous Materials Incident Commander in accordance with NFPA 472

Certification as Fire and Emergency Services Instructor II

Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization